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Craigs Creek Group Area
FSU.S. Forest Service — LONDON · Kentucky · Daniel Boone National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Daniel Boone National Forest |
| Location | LONDON · Kentucky · Daniel Boone National Forest · 36.99167, -84.25833 · Map |
| Sites | 4 public sites counted from the federal listing — 3 group tent only area nonelectric; 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 4 sites Water hookups at 0 of 4 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 4 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 4 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 20 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 0 sites · 30 ft: 0 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 4 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 606-528-6156 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-24.
From the official listing
Overview Craigs Creek Group Area is perched near Laurel River Lake in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Here, group campers find hours of fun playing on the sports field, firing up the grills and exploring the beautiful lake.
Daniel Boone National Forest protects 23 species listed as federally threatened or endangered. Species range from the magnificent bald eagle to the small Indiana bat and the Cumberland Sandwort. Recreation The hiking and biking trail at Craig's Creek is an easy, half-mile path that features several views of the lake.
Picnicking, boating and fishing are popular pastimes for visitors. Fish species include crappie, catfish, and small and largemouth bass.
A spacious sports field with a volleyball net and horseshoe pits lies near the picnic shelter.
Facilities Group sites are for tent camping only and do not have electricity. The day-use picnic shelter fits 60 guests, and the group campsites fit up to 30 and 60 guests, depending on the location.
Each group camp area comes with a campfire circle, large grill, picnic tables and a lantern pole. Modern vault toilets and a shower house are available. Natural Features The campground sits on Craig's Creek, which flows into an arm of Laurel River Lake across from Holly Bay Campground. The group site lies in a somewhat open space surrounded by woods.
Set in the Appalachian foothills, plenty of hills and valleys create a beautiful backdrop for the lake area.
Directions, from the listing
From London, Kentucky, take Exit 38 from I-75. Take Kentucky 192 west for 12.2 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 62 and drive 2 miles to the Craig's Creek site.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · London KentuckyUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLaurel River Lake Picnic Area
2 mi straight-line · London KentuckyFSU.S. Forest ServiceGrove
4 mi straight-line · Corbin KentuckyUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersWaitsboro Campground
20 mi straight-line · SOMERSET KentuckyNPSNational Park ServiceAlum Ford Campground
22 mi straight-line · Whitley City Kentucky
Trip Card — Craigs Creek Group Area
LONDON · Kentucky · Daniel Boone National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | LONDON · Kentucky · Daniel Boone National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 20 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 4 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232257 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.